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Furniture Key Terms

As you look for new or even used furniture, it’s helpful if you understand some of the furniture key terms used in the industry. Depending on the room you're furnishing you'll encounter different sets of furniture terms. Wooden pieces of furniture and upholstered furniture also have their own sets of terms. The terms in the following guide are basic, and apply to furnishings throughout the home or office.

Credenza

A credenza is a low piece of furniture often used for storage. You find most credenzas in a dining room or office setting. With today's flat screen televisions, many people are using credenzas as video centers by setting the television on the top of the credenza.
Try: You can see different styles of credenzas used in an office setting at OfficeFurniture.com.

Hutch

A hutch is a piece of furniture that sits on top of a credenza or buffet. Its main purpose is storage, and it often has glass doors or open shelves for displaying glassware or other items. Some hutches fit over a computer desk and serve as bookcases and display areas.
Try: DiningRoomTableShowroom.com has several examples of dining room hutches.

Foam density

Foam density refers to the weight and mass of the polyurethane foam used in furniture cushions. The denser the foam, the better the quality of the seating. You can also expect denser foam to last longer.
Try: For a simple explanation of the various grades of foam density, read the information from LifeTips.

Cleanability code

The cleanability code for a piece of furniture is on the manufacturer's tag. Simply put, the cleanability code is the cleaning instructions for that piece of furniture.
Try: For more information about cleanability codes, read the white paper from the Colorado State University Extension.

Protective fabric finish

A protective fabric finish can either be part of the woven material used in the upholstery, or the manufacturer can apply it to the finished furniture. It is possible for the consumer to apply protective fabric finish as well. Protective fabric finish is a good way to preserve soft furniture from everyday wear and stains.
Try: Read the article “Prevent Wear with Fabric Protection” from Real-Estate-Agents.com to find out more about protective fabric finishes.

Wallhugger

Wallhugger furniture refers to reclining pieces with a mechanism that allows you to place them close to the wall, and yet they'll still recline. You can find wallhugger chairs, sofas and futons. These are a good solution to using reclining furniture in a tight space.
Try: Strata Furniture explains how a wallhugger futon works.

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Are you looking for a reliable provider of furniture for business or personal use? Homes, offices, schools, hospitals and other dwellings and establishments rely on a wide variety of furnishings to improve their functionality and livability.

Quality furniture of all different types is widely available from a myriad of retailers, wholesalers and other providers across the country. These retailers can provide you with the furnishings you require for your home or business. Typical examples of the kind of furnishing generally available for homes includes beds, sofas, dining room tables, chairs, dressers, armoires, TV stands and more. Offices are more inclined to be equipped with ... more